Urges FAA to Require Safety Assessment, Fixes for Excessive Fuel Flow & Power Loss Issue

The NTSB has published a distressing report for Cirrus SR22T owners, recommending action on a possible engine power loss on takeoff. In the report, they reference 6 separate accidents involving Cirrus SR22T airplanes which lost engine power during the takeoff climb, in which 5 showed excessive fuel flow rates as high as 50 gph. The designed fuel flow, with the boost pump on, should deliver 19 gph, or, when set to "High Boost/Prime", as high as 42 gph.

The FAA Is At The Door...But No One Seems To Be Home At The Controls! 

Of course, thanks to the wonders of modern technology, you don’t actually have to be home to ‘answer the door’.  All you need to do (if appropriately equipped) is open the app, press the talk button, and voila!    Normally, when one hears of ‘uncrewed’ aircraft, one usually imagines drones and other remotely piloted/operated aircraft where someone, seen or unseen is ‘in control’ of said aircraft.  Because of all the sunshine of late, we’ve certainly had a lot more hay to munch on these past few months regarding ‘uncrewed’ aircraft, or sh

Also: New Commander for USAF CAP, Texan G600, Beech V-Tails 2OSH, Elixir Aircraft

Pipistrel is now completely under the Textron umbrella, now a part of the brand's collection of aviation marques. The brand gives Textron a great way to break into the burgeoning electric aircraft market, with a solid range of offerings for business, training, or personal use. specifically in flight training and general aviation. In the meantime, ANN has reviewed a copy of a lawsuit filed by Michael Coates' Pipistrel-USA operation--formerly the North American distributor, alleging a number of transgressions reportedly committed by Pipistrel HQ. The aviation collection acq

United Airlines Seeing Resurgence And Growing Demand For Air Travel

While the specter of COVID-19 continues to linger, the general public is keen to get out and about following the extended lockdown and isolation. This renewed consumer optimism is translating to an increase in demand for air travel, according to United Airlines CEO Jeff Kirby.  Fuel prices are still on the rise, airfares are keeping pace, and despite the approaching inflationary front, executives are seeing increased demand for leisure and business travel. 

EAA To Celebrate 30 Year Anniversary Of Young Eagles Program At AirVenture

At the upcoming EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022, the 30th anniversary of the Young Eagles program will be commemorated and recognized during flights, forums, and other activities during the week.  This year's EAA AirVenture runs from 25th- 31st July at the Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH) in Wisconsin. The Young Eagles is the largest youth program ever created, where over 50,000 EAA-member pilots, including the author, have flown nearly 2.3 million young people, several thousand of whom have gone on to pursue their dreams in aviation and similarly returned the favor by giving back to others. 

Cross-Default Clause Honored in Favor of Airbus Amid Wider Court Case

Qatar Airways' hopes for a stay in their court battle went unanswered after a London judge threw out their request that would have required the manufacturer to hold onto their order for additional A321neo aircraft. The running court duel between Qatar Airways and Airbus, accusations and allegations have been running hot between the quarreling companies. As part of the greater tensions between them, Airbus had wanted to cancel outstanding orders for A321neos originally bound for the carrier, saying it was able to terminate the sale agreement because Qatar had recently refused delivery of A350s.

Also: New Commander for USAF CAP, Texan G600, Beech V-Tails 2OSH, Elixir Aircraft

Pipistrel is now completely under the Textron umbrella, now a part of the brand's collection of aviation marques. The brand gives Textron a great way to break into the burgeoning electric aircraft market, with a solid range of offerings for business, training, or personal use. specifically in flight training and general aviation. In the meantime, ANN has reviewed a copy of a lawsuit filed by Michael Coates' Pipistrel-USA operation--formerly the North American distributor, alleging a number of transgressions reportedly committed by Pipistrel HQ. The aviation collection acq

Percepto Selected by Florida Light & Power for Drone Monitor Contract

Percepto has announced the imminent deployment of a fleet of autonomous drones on a mission to monitor Florida Power & Light’s substations and power distribution grids across the state. The company notes that it's the first time the technology has been used in such a way in the state, leveraging drone-in-a-box (DIB) technology with a minimal personnel and infrastructural requirement. The deal represents the largest commercial autonomous drone project in the world, according to Percepto, who says it's also apparently the first time autonomous drones have been used in urban terrain for infrastructure inspection.

Medal of Honor Winner's Aircraft Recreated in Korean War Exhibit

Thomas Hudner, Korean War-era Medal of Honor recipient, was honored at the EAA Aviation Center with a recreation of the Corsair used in his heroics. The museum refinished the gull-winged Chance-Vought F4U-U to appear just as it did in 1950 during Hudner's mission to rescue Jesse Brown on the day that earned him his commendation. The plane had been a part of the EAA collection for some time, last restored in 1994 to appear as the steed of WWII ace Kenneth Walsh.

SPH Engineering Announces Arrival Of Third Generation Of UgCS SkyHub

SPH Engineering releases the 3rd generation of its UgCS Skyhub system following five years of supporting a diverse range of ‘drone and sensor’ integrations for geophysical and hydrographic applications. The UgCS is a self-contained computer aboard a UAV that supports the collection of data from sensors mounted on the drone. It organizes them in CSV or other compatible formats (with specialized software) for offline processing. SPH stated that some current features of the UgCS Skyhub include allowing it to: maintain UAV flight via a mounted sensor also collect data from other sensors including those without an intern

4th Commercial Mission Takes Off, Science in Tow

The NASA Crew-4 astronaut crew completed their launch, successfully making their way to orbit to rendezvous with the ISS. The commercial crew rotation mission marks the 4th time a SpaceX Dragon and Falcon 9 combination have brought NASA personnel into orbit, this time carrying a complement of 4, including the lone ESA mission specialist. 

From 2012 (YouTube Version): New Competition For Rotax... The Viking Gold Line Appears Ready For PrimeTime

One of the banes of existence in the certified airplane game is the fact that we haven't seen much in the way of change among Powerplants in quite a while. Even in the LSA community, most of the airframes are committed to one variant of Rotax or another -- with few deviations from that 'norm.' BUT... there's a new sheriff in town and it's ready to make a stand. While perusing the many enticing wares at the 2012 Sebring LSA flight fest, we had the chance to see the latest offering from Viking Aircraft Engines. e is $12,995.

The Airplane... Came To Rest Inverted In Marshland About 1,500 Ft Past The Departure End Of The Landing Runway

On March 2, 2022, at 1702 eastern standard time, an Extra NG, N100NG, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near St. Augustine, Florida. The private pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated by the pilot as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot of an Extra 300, N331FZ, stated he was flying chalk two in a flight of two with his fiancé flying lead in the accident airplane. They were returning to their home airport after a short local flight.

Aero Linx: The Japan Business Aircraft Association (JBAA)

The Japan Business Aircraft Association (JBAA) was established in May 1996 as an incorporated nonprofit organization (in April 2001 it was renamed the Japan Business Aviation Association). Up until the present, we have contributed to the development and expansion of Japanese business aviation with our members’ cooperation. It is essential to have more knowledge and informational exchange between our members for the further development of Japanese business aviation.

Circle-To-Land Maneuver

A maneuver initiated by the pilot to align the aircraft with a runway for landing when a straight-in landing from an instrument approach is not possible or is not desirable. At tower-controlled airports, this maneuver is made only after ATC authorization has been obtained and the pilot has established the required visual reference to the airport.

“We look forward to continuing our long and productive relationship with FPL to help ensure that Florida’s electrical infrastructure is constantly monitored, providing residents with more reliable infrastructure, with power back online faster after outages. FPL’s visionary approach in adopting the latest drone technology will play a critical role in the electric grid of the future, and Percepto is thrilled its drones will help ensure vital infrastructure reliability to FPL’s customers.”  Source: Percepto CCO Ariel Avitan, in comments made after announcing the imminent deployment of a fleet of autonomous drones on a mission to monitor Florida Power & Light’s substations and power distribution gri